Heyducks were drovers of cattle herds in what is now Hungary.[1]

Heyducks became known for brigandage during the Turkish wars, and the name became synonymous for highwayman.[1][2] In 1605, Istvan Bocskai gave them asylum; in return the Heyducks "accompanied the prince into battle".[1]

The Heyducks eventually settled and became known among tourists for saber dances.[1]

References

  1. ^ a b c d Gergely, Anikó (2008). Culinaria Hungary. Ruprecht Stempell, Christoph Büschel, Mo Croasdale. Potsdam, Germany: H.F. Ullmann. p. 43. ISBN 978-3-8331-4996-2. OCLC 566879902.
  2. ^ "Heyduck". Collins Dictionary.((cite web)): CS1 maint: url-status (link)
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